RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

 

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Principal Tool Designer – Level 3 located in Magna, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.      

As a Tooling Designer / Checker for Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems, you will be responsible for developing design concepts and producing efficient designs that support Northrop Grumman’s Aerospace requirements.  You will also be responsible for checking the drawings of other engineers and designers in the department for compliance with department and industry standards as well as constructability.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In this job, you will:

Review drawings and designs for manufacturability and completeness.

·    Evaluate tool designs for compliance to NG standards (IPHM, HOPS), as well as industry dimension and tolerancing standards (ASME Y14.5M-2009).

·    Evaluate design to determine manufacturability of tool design, including proper dimensioning to produce an acceptable, functional tool.

·    Evaluate design for functionality to ensure the tool will perform per user request.

·    Review design package for completeness ·    Develop tooling concepts and support Tool Engineers in developing drawings.

·    Have a working knowledge of material strengths and engineering applications to assure compliance to requirements.

·    Interface with design review teams to assure customer satisfaction with design.

·    Manage multiple projects at once and create efficient designs to meet the program cost and schedule requirements.

·    Work alongside the Tool Engineer to ensure overall program quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.

·    Work with internal Customers to concept needed support equipment for new and existing programs.

·    Developing tooling concepts, creating/reviewing and improving manufacturing processes to meet Customer requirements.

·    Work closely with Tool Engineers to create final drawings

·    Understand design costs and schedules

• Other duties as assigned

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.   

• No clearance required to start

5 years of experience in Mechanical design.

·    Hands-on or working knowledge of Machining and/or Fabrication practices.

·    Hands on knowledge of ASME Y14.5M-2009, Dimensioning and Tolerance Standard.

·    Experience with NX CAD systems

·    Lean Manufacturing Principles

·    Technical attention to detail on past projects and assignments.

·    Soft skills must include critical thinking, problem solving, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate and build consensus in the work environment.

·    Basic computer skills should include Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.